ADMN O 18R - Replenishment Analyst, Cannabis Operations

Posting Title
ADMN O 18R - Replenishment Analyst, Cannabis Operations

Position Classification
Administrative Officer R18

Union
GEU

Work Options

Location
Burnaby, BC V3J 1N3 CA (Primary)

Salary Range
$64,123.59 - $72,674.35 annually

Close Date
10/22/2024

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Public Safety & Sol General

Ministry Branch / Division
BC Liquor Distribution Branch

Job Summary

About the BCLDB:

The BC Liquor Distribution Branch (LDB) is one of two branches of government that provide oversight for the beverage alcohol and non-medical cannabis industries in the province. The LDB is responsible for the wholesale distribution of liquor and cannabis, and operates the retails brands BCLIQUOR and BC Cannabis Stores.

The LDB is committed to government's goals of making life better for people in B.C., improving services, and ensuring a sustainable province for future generations. The revenue generated by the LDB helps fund essential public services like health care, education, and community programming. Learn more on the LDB careers page.

The LDB has been assigned to distribute, wholesale and sell non-medicinal cannabis inclusive of a government owned online channel with a mandate to support government's key priorities of protecting children and youth, ensuring health and safety standards, and keeping the criminal element out of the supply chain. Following legalization, the BCLDB began distribution and wholesale of cannabis, and operating BC Cannabis Stores in a growing number of locations across the province. Since 2018 the BC Cannabis Stores chain has grown to 28 locations with more growth planned all across the province. Cannabis operations within the BCLDB includes the Distribution, Merchandising, Retail Operations, Supply Chain, and Marketing departments.

About this role:

The Retail Replenishment Analyst (RA) is an important member of the Merchandising team and manages all aspects of product demand forecasting, allocation and inventory management. The Analyst is responsible for leading the creation and management of inventory for cannabis. The Analyst manages the replenishment to support sales forecasts, integrating and analyzing data from numerous sources, and using a variety of quantitative methods.

In addition, the Analyst leads and contributes to the development and implementation of merchandising strategies which have a direct impact on the LDB's revenue objectives. The Replenishment Analyst is the key point of contact for vendors for all topics related to replenishment and deliveries

A criminal record check is required for this position. This role is based in an office environment. Occasional travel may be required.

For complete details about this opportunity, including accountabilities, please refer to the attached job description, also located in the Additional Information section at the bottom of the posting.

An eligibility list for permanent or temporary future opportunities may be established.

Position requirements:

Education and Experience:

• A degree or diploma in operations management, business management, purchasing and inventory control or similar discipline and a minimum of two (2) years of recent, related work experience*.

OR

• Secondary (high) school diploma or equivalent certificate with a minimum of four (4) years of recent, related experience*.
• Working with replenishment and inventory systems in a retail or merchandising environment.

*Recent, related work experience must have occurred within the last 5 years and include the following:

• Preparing, reconciling and updating product demand forecasts.
• Conducting data analysis and modelling and interpreting results.
• Managing inventory.
• Collaborating with a variety of internal and external partners (e.g. vendors/suppliers, etc.).

Preference may be given to those candidates with any of the following:

• Experience in a retail/merchandising/wholesale/distribution business environment.
• Forecasting and inventory management experience.
• Planning and supply chain management experience.
• Experience within the cannabis industry.

Application instructions:

To be considered for this position, your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the education and experience as outlined in the position requirements section above. Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the knowledge, skills, abilities and competencies as outlined in the attached Job Description. Applicants must meet the requirements as described below to be considered:

• A cover letter is required as part of your application. The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process.
• Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

For specific position-related enquiries, please contact Andrea Trousdell at andrea.trousdell@bcldb.com .

Only applications submitted using the BC Public Service Recruitment System on this website will be accepted. For more information about how to create or update your profile, please refer to the attached Application Instructions or refer to the Job Application page on the MyHR website. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying for a competition, please send an e-mail to BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca before the stated closing time, and they will respond as soon as possible to assist you.

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:00pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition.

Working for the BC Public Service:

The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

This position is eligible for flexible work arrangements, such as a hybrid work combination of in-office and work-from-home, following the guidelines established for flexible workplaces .

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For guidance on applying and interviewing, please contact IndigenousApplicants@gov.bc.ca or 778-405-3452.

The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, great learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development options. For more information, visit What the BC Public Service Offers .

Job Category
Administrative Services